updates
The Creative Conversation – How ChatGPT Fits into My Process
How AI supports my creative workflow — from planning photo projects to shaping stories — without losing the human touch that makes each image my own.
updates
Gear Update 2025: Tools of the Trade
A look at the cameras and machines that shape how I see the world — from the hum of a Hasselblad shutter to the whir of Phoenix’s engine.
Motorcycling
18.05.25 DGR Tring- My first DGR
What a day! My first Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride with an amazing crew of like-minded bikers We rode from Tring to Berkhamsted through stunning country lanes, cheered on by awesome locals Over £25,000 raised for men’s charities Already buzzing for next year! Video below Hi Res files available in my downloads to help support my work – thanks for the love!
DarkRoom
Simplifying Film Photography
After many trials and errors, I have recently decided to focus (sorry) on Medium format using Black and White film stocks for all of my film works.
chat
Streamlining Workflow for Black and White Film Photography | Hasselblad 907x and 500 c/m
Looking at all my work, especially film, the output that gives me the most joy is the medium format 6×6 Black and White work.
Motorcycling
NC750x updates and upgrades
Hello again, 3 weeks of ownership, 1000+ miles clocked and first service down, I thought now would be a good time to share my thoughts on the NC750x. How has the new bike been over the 1000 miles? The difference between the street demon that is the CB500F and the Read more
Photography
How to start in Photography
First thing is do not be afraid of taking photos and definitely DO NOT buy any new gear yet. There is a saying that it takes you shooting 10,000 images before you start to take great photographs. This time is best spent using your mobile phone and learning the “pro” Read more
Photography
Shot a roll of Harman Phoenix 200
through my Canon EOS 1v over my local park and here are the unedited results. Scanned on my Epson V850 Pro, Silverfast software with no Negafix selected. The purpose of this was to see exactly what the best 35mm Camera, IMHO, would create on this brand new (beta) colour film Read more
Photography
Plans for 2024
What are my plans in photography for 2024 and beyond? When (please God) I pass my Full UK motorcycle licence on 21st Dec 2023, it will kick off plans I have been brewing up to share many “PhotoMoto” (photography adventures on my motorbike) journeys with you here and on my Read more
DarkRoom
Bill Troop’s TF-2 alkaline Fixer
Ideal for both film and paper fixing except flat grain films Kodak T-Max and Ilford’s Delta range Below is for 1 liter and start the mix with 750ml heated to about 50c to aid blending. Sodium Thiosulphate (Crystals) 250g (weigh this) or Sodium Thiosulphate (Anhyd) 120g (weigh this) Sodium Sulphite Read more